Trump and Putin Discuss Ukraine War in High-Stakes Call

"President Vladimir Putin revealed no breakthroughs after a two-hour call with President Trump on Monday, as he emphasized the need for broad concessions from Russia before any peace deal could be reached. The conversation, which marked the third known call between the leaders since Trump's return to the White House in January, showed significant frankness and importance but also highlighted Putin's unwavering resistance to an immediate cease-fire without major concessions. While both leaders expressed a desire for peaceful resolution, the focus remains on addressing Russia's demand for extensive influence over Ukraine as a prerequisite for any agreement."